Continuing on my series of posts about the brilliant array of music film employs to enhance our viewing experience I decided that for this post I should shift my focus slightly to the themes in TV shows. Like I’ve said for music in film, the theme for a TV show is vital. It helps with the shows identity so once you hear a particular theme the show associated with it instantly comes to mind, but most of all it assists in setting the mood of the show and putting you in the appropriate mindset to watch the show. Here is a list of some of my favourite TV themes:

1. Twin Peaks theme by Angelo Badalamenti

The theme from my all time favourite show is simply put a piece of magic, dreamy, peaceful, welcoming and hopeful. But the theme like the town itself has an inviting facade which conceals darkness underneath.

2. The Sopranos theme by Alabama 3

With great lyrics which complement the characters in the show and every time you watch this theme you’ll be wishing you could be taking a trip to New Jersey and try the food in Pizzaland…

3. The Wire themes by Tom Waits (original version)

The themes of The Wire are always a interesting topic of conversation among fans, each fan having his/her own preference with a particular season’s theme. My perference is actually for season 1. But to they are all great (me being diplomatic).